"Ibuprofen" is a drug that has an anti-inflammatory non-steroidal effect. It contains the substance of the same name, which helps to anesthetize, lower body temperature and relieve inflammation. Many women who will soon become mothers are interested in drinking Ibuprofen during pregnancy? About this and about the drug itself is written in the article.
Early appointment
The issue of what can help to isolate the focus of pain or inflammation always remains relevant for ladies in an interesting position. It should be noted that the instructions indicate that taking the drug during pregnancy is contraindicated, therefore, the answer to this question remains ambiguous.
But in the annotation there is a note that the use of "Ibuprofen" in the first trimester of pregnancy and in the second is permissible, but only if the benefit to the mother is higher than the risk of possible complications. Therefore, doctors rarely, but still prescribe this drug to expectant mothers.
Quite often, the use of Ibuprofen is disposable, thereby protecting the health of the unborn baby. For example, in the case of a sharp increase in body temperature or with severe pain.
In all other cases, when long-term anti-inflammatory therapy is necessary, the use of Ibuprofen during pregnancy in the early stages is best avoided. In this case, alternatives should be considered. Such restrictions are caused by the fact that the active substance can adversely affect the laying of the organs of the embryo, as well as provoke a miscarriage.
The use of "Ibuprofen" in the second trimester no longer causes a toxic effect on the fetus, as the child becomes stronger. But the appointment should be justified by the difficult condition of the woman.
Indications for admission
Quite often, bearing a child in women proceeds without any special complications. True, not a single person can boast of perfect health for 9 months. The condition of the pregnant woman often depends on the well-being of the baby, so any therapy is carried out with the help of effective drugs that do not have a negative effect on the baby.
It is required to note that drug therapy is prescribed only in rather severe cases, when the possible harm to the baby is much less than the one that the mother will get.
"Ibuprofen" during pregnancy in the early stages is prescribed for the following problems with the body.
- If necessary, stop acute pain, as well as for the treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system: arthritis, arthrosis and inflammation obtained after an injury.
- With toothache and headache as an anesthetic.
- As an antipyretic at elevated body temperature.
- During the course of acute respiratory infections during pregnancy, you can drink “Ibuprofen” to maintain immunity to combat them, as well as to achieve an anti-inflammatory effect in the ENT organs (ear, larynx, throat, nose).
- The drug is prescribed as an alternative to antibiotics in case of mild disease.
- It replaces aspirin, since Ibuprofen is considered an anticoagulant (a component that inhibits blood coagulation). The main advantage is that it does not cause bleeding, and during pregnancy this is extremely important.
Ibuprofen can be used during pregnancy only with the appointment of a doctor and in the first two trimesters. But still, with extreme caution, it is necessary to use the drug in the first 12 weeks. During this period, the process of formation of all organs in the baby proceeds, therefore the influence of chemical elements on them is extremely undesirable.
Trying to answer the question: "Is it possible to drink" Ibuprofen "during pregnancy?" scientists conducted relevant studies, during which it was found that consumption can increase the risk of miscarriage by 2.4 times. Of the 5705 cases examined, spontaneous abortions occurred in 352 (7.5%) cases, and pregnant women used non-aspirin non-steroid drugs. Therefore, doctors concluded that the use of such drugs, including Ibuprofen, in the first trimester is extremely undesirable, as the risk of miscarriage increases.
As for the last trimester, the use of the drug at this time is not recommended. "Ibuprofen" significantly affects the process of maturation of the cervix, the process of uterine contractions and all labor activity. In this case, late labor can begin or complete miscarriage of the baby may occur.
Types and composition of the drug
The use of Ibuprofen during early pregnancy is considered by many doctors with caution, but still sometimes there is no way to do without it. Since the composition of the drug contains the substance of the same name, its dosage varies in different pharmacological forms.
The main types:
- 200 mg capsules;
- 200 and 400 mg tablets;
- effervescent tablets (with the same dosages);
- rectal children's suppositories 60 mg;
- suspension for internal use;
- gel and ointment 5%.
To date, the drugs, which include Ibuprofen, have gained considerable popularity, as they have many dosage forms.
- Pills and capsules are absorbed very quickly, so they do not very well affect the intestines and stomach.
- Suspensions, although intended for children, but they are just more often used during pregnancy. "Ibuprofen", which is in their composition, has a less aggressive effect and does not affect a still-born baby.
- Solutions for injection have a less pronounced effect on the body, therefore, they are also recommended for expectant mothers, but in minimal dosages.
- For joint diseases, ointments and gels are used, they are applied directly to the affected area.
- Candles are most often used in pediatrics, as they are more convenient for a small child.
Quite often, women suffer from articular pathologies, and in the first or second trimester, an exacerbation begins. But in most cases, there is no need to take pills, it is best to choose "Ibuprofen gel" during pregnancy. To date, there is no significant difference between gel and ointment, they only differ minimally in the rate of absorption and the components used.
After application to the skin, all substances are very actively absorbed and quickly stop the focus of pain, however, a minimal part of the substances is nevertheless absorbed into the blood, therefore it is better to use the drug in extreme cases.
This component actively penetrates the placenta, although its concentration is much lower than with tablets.
Pros of using
The use of Ibuprofen during pregnancy in the first two trimesters gives the following positive effects on the woman's body:
- to a small extent affects blood coagulation in comparison with other similar drugs;
- perfectly processed by the liver;
- often used and effectively helps with polyhydramnios.
Cons of use
To the question of expectant mothers about whether Ibuprofen can be drunk during pregnancy, doctors most often respond with a ban, allowing it to be used only in extreme cases. If we consider medical restrictions, then for the fetus, the use of the drug can pose the following problems.
- The substance blocks the hormones responsible for labor and, therefore, can lead to prolongation and prolonged labor.
- The use of the drug can cause clogging of the ductus arteriosus, thereby causing the formation of fetal pulmonary hypertension.
- "Ibuprofen" can cause significant abnormalities in the formation of the fetus or even its death.
Contraindications
The use of "Paracetamol" or "Ibuprofen" during pregnancy is practically unacceptable, but there are cases when the use of these components is strictly prohibited. This happens when:
- hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in the drug;
- the presence of erosive and ulcerative diseases of the gastrointestinal tract in the stages of exacerbation (including gastric and duodenal ulcers, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease). This is due to the fact that the drug is very actively absorbed into the intestines and stomach;
- inflammatory bowel ailments;
- hemophilia and other pathologies of blood coagulation, as well as hemorrhagic diathesis;
- the period after coronary artery bypass grafting;
- severe liver failure or active liver disease of any degree;
- gastrointestinal bleeding, as well as intracranial bleeding;
- progressive kidney disease and severe renal failure;
- confirmed hyperkalemia;
- pregnancy.
It should be noted that the drug should be used very carefully for women suffering from diabetes, especially if they are pregnant. And also contraindications include various heart problems, lipid disturbances in the diseases of the liver, kidneys, intestines, stomach and blood.
Consequences of taking
Women are often interested in whether Ibuprofen can be taken as a remedy for pain during pregnancy. It is impossible to give a definite answer, but it’s better not to risk it, since the consequences of taking it are quite serious and are described below.
- Dryness or irritation of the oropharynx, the formation of ulcers and stomatitis on the gums.
- Changes in the structures of the tissues lining the stomach. All these problems are also accompanied by vomiting, nausea and heartburn, diarrhea or constipation, bloating, loss of appetite and pain. Sometimes ulcers can form on the gastric mucosa, which tend to bleed further. All these symptoms are completely unnecessary during the period of bearing the baby, as they will adversely affect its development.
- Dizziness and significant headaches, nervousness, anxiety and irritability. Sleep problems or increased irritability, depression, drowsiness, hallucinations and stupefaction will not bring positive emotions during pregnancy.
- Difficult and rapid breathing leading to spasm of the bronchi.
- If Ibuprofen tablets are taken during pregnancy, inflammation of the pancreas and liver may appear.
- Hearing impairment, which causes a decrease in its severity. And also ringing and noise begins to appear in the ears.
- In case of toxic damage to the optic nerve, vision problems form. This is manifested in the form of dryness, double vision and blurred vision. The formation of edema of the external mucosa and eyelids of an allergic nature is possible.
- If you use "Ibuprofen" in early pregnancy, you can "get" anemia, lowering the level of glucose, white blood cells, eosinophils and platelets, resulting in a deterioration in blood coagulation.
- Blood pressure rises, heart failure forms and the rhythm is disturbed.
- Sweating intensifies.
- Inflammation of the kidneys of an allergic nature, significant formation of urine, cystitis, acute renal failure, edema, as well as increased levels of creatine in the blood.
- Sometimes a skin rash, Quincke's edema, itching, allergic rhinitis, anaphylactic shock, as well as other body reactions are formed.
Any of the adverse reactions affects not only the woman’s well-being and her health, but also greatly affects the still born baby, therefore, the formation of all the above symptoms after taking Ibuprofen during pregnancy in the early stages, you must consult a doctor and stop using the drug immediately.
Drug interaction
Any drugs should be used carefully, consulting with a doctor before that, this also applies to Ibuprofen. If any other pills are taken during pregnancy, you should warn your doctor about this.
- If you use drugs such as Ibuprofen and Aspirin at the same time, then the effect of the last drug decreases, and the likelihood of adverse reactions associated with the heart increases. Use of this component with other non-steroidal substances is prohibited.
- Since Ibuprofen affects platelet count, it is unsafe to prescribe with drugs that are responsible for lowering blood clotting. Such a tandem increases the likelihood of bleeding.
- Ethanol (alcohol), which is part of some drugs, increases the risk of severe toxic poisoning.
- "Ibuprofen" increases the effect of hypoglycemic drugs, as well as "Insulin", and this can lead to hypoglycemia.
According to research, it was noted that when women drank Ibuprofen during pregnancy, other unusual conditions arose that negatively affected the woman’s health. The use of drugs must be agreed with a doctor. Only he can take into account all the risks and evaluate how effective the medicine will be in this case.
Instruction manual
As indicated in the instructions, the dose should not exceed 1200 mg, i.e. 6 tablets of 200 mg or 3 tablets of 400 mg per day. Since this drug helps well in case of inflammation, women often ask about whether Ibuprofen can be taken during pregnancy. Despite its relative safety, one should not forget that the substance easily seeps through the placental barrier, and its effect on the fetus and pregnancy has not been fully studied.
It must be emphasized that the remedy should not be taken for a long time by women in position. The drug exhibits only a symptomatic effect, therefore it is used in case of emergency, in the case when other methods of resolving the problem were not at all effective.
How often can I use during pregnancy?
According to general instructions, it is not recommended to use the drug for more than 5-10 days. The frequency depends on the form and nature of the disease.
If there is a need for the drug during the period of becoming a woman's mother, then you must be very careful. In situations that do not require urgency, it is recommended to use dosages for children. Of course, a single use will reduce all risks to zero, although you never know how an organism that is controlled by hormones will react.
Analogues of the drug
A pregnant woman at the time of the purchase of drugs needs to be extremely careful, because the ibuprofen substance is in a huge number of painkiller and antipyretic tablets.
In such funds as Ibalgin, Ibuprom, Advil, Bolinet, Motrin, the above substance is found, therefore it is forbidden to use them during pregnancy or at least it is required to minimize it.
FDA Safety Assessment (Food and Drug Administration)
FDA is the Drug and Food Administration. It has broken down drugs into several categories, depending on the extent to which they are safe or harmful to the developing fetus.
For Ibuprofen, category B was set. This category includes tests that are conducted on animals, during which risks to the fetus were not identified, and control taking into account pregnant women was not carried out, or in the case of human trials there were no problems.
In the third trimester, a rating of "D" is set, that is, the drug for the fetus is considered extremely dangerous.
Reviews
Ibuprofen is often used by women during early pregnancy, but is it safe for the fetus? According to doctors, there are no completely harmless painkillers, but Ibuprofen is considered one of the most harmless ones. Many moms share on forums, which very often use it for pain relief or as an antipyretic.
According to experts, this drug is suitable as emergency care in the initial half of pregnancy, but is completely contraindicated in the 3rd trimester. In the case when the pregnant woman has to deal with pain often, it is worth discussing the appointment of other more suitable drugs with your doctor.
There are many reviews that report the appearance of various side effects, such as stomach pain, vomiting, nausea, and allergies.
When during pregnancy there is a need for the use of "Ibuprofen", caution must be exercised. If the situation is not critical, then it is recommended to use children's dosages, as they are safer for the fetus.
Each for himself decides how to protect his child, but if there is an opportunity to resist the use of this drug, then it is better to wait for the birth of the baby, and then continue with high-quality treatment.